2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A4 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
